The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation, Inc.

The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation, Inc. Removing health and financial disparities in the underserved IBD Community.

Tomorrow, we’re closing out 2025 with something special for our IBD community. 💜Whether you’re newly diagnosed, managing...
11/21/2025

Tomorrow, we’re closing out 2025 with something special for our IBD community. 💜

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, managing a flare, or caring for someone you love… this session is your space to breathe, learn, and get the support you deserve.

During our Navigating IBD: A Step-by-Step Blueprint for Patients and Caregivers, you’ll receive a simple, practical IBD Action Plan you can use right away.

🗓 November 22, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
📍 Zoom: Link in Comments 👇🏾

Led by our founder: Stephanie Wynn, Certified IBD Patient Navigator

We’re walking into the holidays with clarity and community together.

Living with Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis after diagnosis can feel overwhelming for patients and caregivers alik...
11/18/2025

Living with Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis after diagnosis can feel overwhelming for patients and caregivers alike.

Join us for a FREE community Lunch & Learn this Saturday:

📌 Navigating IBD: Beyond the Diagnosis
📅 Saturday, November 22
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
📍 Live on Zoom

What You’ll Learn:
• What to expect after diagnosis

• How to communicate effectively with your GI provider

• Essential questions every patient should ask

• Strategies to reduce stress and avoid unnecessary ER visits

• A practical blueprint for managing daily life with IBD

Gain clarity, confidence, and actionable tools to advocate for better care and improve your quality of life.

Registration is free. Space is limited.
🔗 thestephanieawynnfoundation.org

We look forward to supporting you on your IBD journey.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

🌿 Living With Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease? You Don’t Have To Navigate It Alone. When you or someone you love i...
11/05/2025

🌿 Living With Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease? You Don’t Have To Navigate It Alone.

When you or someone you love is diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) whether Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease, the journey doesn’t end there…it begins. Beyond the appointments, medications, and uncertainty lies a need for understanding, confidence, and community.

Join Stephanie Wynn our founder, for an empowering FREE virtual Lunch & Learn: Navigating IBD: A Step-by-Step Blueprint for Patients and Caregivers

📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
📍 Online via Zoom

In this session, you’ll discover how to:

1. Manage life beyond the diagnosis with practical, day-to-day strategies

2. Strengthen communication with your healthcare team

3. Build confidence to advocate for your health or the health of someone you love

Event Topic: Navigating IBD: A Step-by-Step Blueprint for Patients and Caregivers

🎟️ Free registration is open now!
👉 Scan the QR code or visit thestephaniewynnfoundation.org to sign up.

Let’s move beyond surviving Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease and start thriving together.

We’re thrilled to share that the Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation has received a grant from Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., I...
10/24/2025

We’re thrilled to share that the Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation has received a grant from Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. to support our IBD Patient Navigator® Program.

Our IBD Patient Navigator® Program provides guidance, support, and tools to help individuals navigate the challenges of IBD, connecting them with trusted healthcare providers, community resources, and educational opportunities to improve their quality of life.

This achievement reflects the dedication of our team and volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure patients in underserved communities receive the care and support they deserve. While we’re proud of this milestone, we know there is still much work ahead to achieve true health equity.

We’re grateful for this support that allows us to advance our mission and continue making a meaningful impact.

Learn more about our IBD Patient Navigator® Program visit: thestephanieawynnfoundation.org

Living with Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis extends far beyond diagnosis.Our founder,Stephanie Wynn , will lead a practica...
10/16/2025

Living with Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis extends far beyond diagnosis.

Our founder,Stephanie Wynn , will lead a practical Lunch & Learn session on managing IBD:

🗓 Saturday, November 22, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
📍 Via Zoom

Topic: Navigating IBD: A Step-by-Step Blueprint for Patients and Caregivers

Learn actionable strategies to manage life with IBD, whether for yourself or a loved one.
Free event. Registration required.

🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/epjtt7f4

Happy Birthday to one of our amazing volunteer ambassadors Tawanna Cowart. We could not do the work without your help. H...
10/14/2025

Happy Birthday to one of our amazing volunteer ambassadors Tawanna Cowart.

We could not do the work without your help.

Happy Birthday 🎁🎂🎈🎉


Our founder Stephanie Wynn will be presenting at Empowering Patients and Caregivers: Practical Tools for Advocacy, Stren...
10/13/2025

Our founder Stephanie Wynn will be presenting at Empowering Patients and Caregivers: Practical Tools for Advocacy, Strengthening Provider Relationships, and Overcoming Barriers.

This training will give healthcare professionals and caregivers practical communication tools to improve outcomes and strengthen patient trust. You’ll also learn the 1-2-3 Advocacy Model, designed to help identify barriers and support coordinated care.

📅 October 21, 2025 | 12 PM EST

🎓 CME Credits provided by Orlando Health

Register: https://cmetracker.net/OH/Publisher?page=pubOpen #/EventID/43899/

Let’s continue building bridges between patients, caregivers, and providers for better care.

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Allegany Franciscan Ministries through the Tau Grant, which shares our ...
10/12/2025

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Allegany Franciscan Ministries through the Tau Grant, which shares our commitment to expanding access to healthcare for those who need it most.

Through this collaboration, we’ll continue to strengthen our community-centered work addressing healthcare disparities for individuals living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in underserved areas.

Together, we’re working to ensure every person, regardless of zip code has the tools, support, and guidance needed to navigate their health journey.

For more information about our organization visit:thestephanieawynnfoundation.org

Many people confuse Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Understanding the difference i...
09/25/2025

Many people confuse Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Understanding the difference is crucial for proper treatment.

What is IBD?
Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a chronic condition causing inflammation and damage in the digestive tract. It requires specialized medical treatment and shows visible damage on colonoscopies and CT scans.

What is IBS?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional disorder where the bowel looks normal but doesn’t work properly. Symptoms include cramping, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain without inflammation or tissue damage.

Key Differences:

IBD: Inflammation causes bleeding, diarrhea, fever, and pain. Visible on medical tests.

IBS: Bowel sensitivity with abnormal movement patterns. No inflammation, bleeding, or fever. Not visible on tests.

Why this matters: The right diagnosis determines treatment plans and long-term health outcomes. Too many patients spend years without proper answers.

Join us Saturday, September 27 at 11:00 AM EST via Zoom with Dr. Martinez for: Inside IBD: What You Need to Know About Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

This session covers practical strategies for managing IBD beyond basic definitions.

Register at: thestephanieawynnfoundation.org

If you have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), your specific type isn’t just medical jargon, it’s the key to your entire ...
09/23/2025

If you have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), your specific type isn’t just medical jargon, it’s the key to your entire treatment strategy.

Did you know, 80% of IBD patients search the internet for health information but many still don’t understand their specific type?
(Source: Echarri et al., Telemed J E Health, 2023)

Crohn’s Disease:
• Affects entire digestive tract (mouth to bum)
• Inflammation through all bowel wall layers
• Patchy inflammation with healthy areas between
• May require surgery for complications

Ulcerative Colitis:
• Limited to colon and re**um only
• Affects inner bowel lining only
• Continuous inflammation starting from re**um
• Different surgical approaches

The bottom line: Your IBD type determines your medications, monitoring schedule, dietary needs, and surgical options.

Join us and Dr. Carolina Martinez, MD FACS, FASCRS Martinez for the Navigating IBD lunch and learn series on Saturday September 27th at 11:00 AM via Zoom to discover Inside IBD: What You Need To Know About Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Don’t let knowledge gaps limit your treatment success.

Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/er9tMSGa

Strong partnerships lead to stronger communities.The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation partners with the Center for Thriving ...
09/04/2025

Strong partnerships lead to stronger communities.

The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation partners with the Center for Thriving Communities to present a virtual workshop:

Navigating Healthcare Encounters: Tips for Patients and Families
Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual via Zoom

Dr. Judy Lubin of the Center for Urban and Racial Equity (CURE) will lead this interactive session designed to empower patients and families with practical tools to prepare for healthcare visits, communicate effectively with providers, understand their rights and responsibilities, and address discrimination or power imbalances in care.

This workshop serves patients, caregivers, and anyone committed to improving health outcomes.

Registration is limited sign up here:

https://lnkd.in/ex5Uvm9m

Together, we can create more equitable and respectful healthcare experiences.

Today, we’re celebrating our Treasurer, Pamela!Pamela is more than a financial steward, she’s a dedicated leader, a trus...
09/04/2025

Today, we’re celebrating our Treasurer, Pamela!

Pamela is more than a financial steward, she’s a dedicated leader, a trusted advisor, and always there when you need her.

Her commitment to excellence and service ensures that our mission continues moving forward with strength and purpose.

Please join us in wishing Pamela a very Happy Birthday! 💐

We are grateful for her leadership and the impact she brings to our board and community.

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